Abused dogs found at home during drug raid

Deputies say 12 pit bulls found malnourished, infested with fleas

UPDATED 11:36 AM EDT May 15, 2013

VERO BEACH, Fla. -

A dozen abused dogs were found during a drug raid in Indian River County.

Indian River County Sheriff's Office deputies said they found 12 pit bulls, four of them puppies, which were malnourished and infested with fleas while serving a search warrant Tuesday at a home on 44th Place.

Deputies said at least one dog had some minor cuts and abrasions, but investigators haven't determined if the dogs were being used for fighting.

Detectives said they also found crack cocaine, powder cocaine, marijuana, prescription drugs, a gun and ammunition.